As WP's senior editor, I edit review and preview articles, attempt to keep up with the frantic pace of Rainier's news posts, and keep our reviewers on deadline, which is akin to herding cats. When I have a moment to myself and don't have my nose in a book, I like to play action/RPG, adventure and platforming games.

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'Kart Challenge 2005' Coming to North America - Screens & Trailer

"Michael Schumacher actually began his legendary career as a kart racer," said Lloyd Melnick, Director of Merscom. "10tacle Studios painstakingly analyzed his wealth of historic kart racing data to develop this game so when, and if, you ultimately win, you’re actually beating Schumi, making the thrill of this game unbeatable."

Can you smoke Schumi? Grow your racing career as you burn rubber against different opponents throughout the world until you may finally smoke the fastest of them all. Test your reflexes, and your mettle, on 17 intensely realistic tracks spanning the globe, from the U.S. to Cuba to Japan to Europe. Design your own car and uniform, race against your friends over a LAN, and even upload your high scores to measure your competition from around the country and across the world.

A global phenomenon that has spawned a multi-billion dollar industry, karting is the primary recreational activity for hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts. Featuring handling that reflects the tension and speed of actual karts, and gameplay modeled on the racing legend’s own instincts and abilities, "Michael Schumacher’s Kart Challenge 2005" brings the adrenaline and excitement of this phenomenon to your computer.

"With a product endorsed by a true racing champion, and in partnership with Merscom, we couldn't be more pleased to make this our first step into the North American market," said Michele Pes, CEO of 10tacle Studios. "Like Michael Schumacher, we believe this game is a winner."

For a total karting rush, a bonus exclusive trailer from the upcoming extreme sports, kart racing film "Kart Attack Volume 1: Ignition" is also included with the game. "Michael Schumacher’s Kart Challenge 2005" is available now from www.kartchallenge2005.com for $19.99.

For more information and to purchase the game, visit www.kartchallenge2005.com.